Science Common Sense

998 - How does the endocrine system work?

The endocrine system is like a network of tiny messengers in your body. Here's how it works:

1. There are special glands in your body like the pancreas, thyroid, and adrenal glands.
2. These glands make hormones, which are like chemical messages.
3. The hormones get released into your bloodstream, like putting a letter in the mail.
4. The messages (hormones) travel through your bloodstream to different parts of your body.
5. When they get to the right place, they help control things like how you grow, how hungry you are, and how you feel.

For example, when you're hungry, your pancreas releases a hormone that tells your body to turn the food you eat into energy. It's like a team effort to keep your body working smoothly!